Mark, VP9/AA1AC
(8–12 December 2000) (9-13 December 2006) (11-15 March 2007)
From e-mails to VP9GE:
Dear Ed,
"Many thanks, as always, for your hospitality during my
December 9-13, 2006 operation, as VP9/AA1AC, at your QTH. This was
my seventh visit.
I had great fun making almost 1,900 QSOs, operating on all bands
from 10-160 meters. I was especially pleased to make over 150 contacts on
Sunday in the 10 meter contest.
The
array of antennas at your QTH made it easy to operate all the HF
frequencies. I was able to work into Europe right after sunrise
with
the tri-bander. There were many comments I saw on the cluster on
the
strength of the signal from your QTH.
Ed, thanks for everything, and I look forward to coming back
soon.
73,
Hello Ed,
Thanks for your note. I have had excellent luck with tuning the G5RV on
10 meters - all bands. The internal tuner I had at your house had no
problem. As mentioned, I wasn't able to tune up on 30 or 17 meters with that
antenna. I have found the antennas to be quirky in rain (not to mention ice or snow).
I have received over 100 direct cards since I returned, including about 20 from
Japan already. Many stateside guys are asking where I stayed and I am
giving them your call. I will also refer them to your web site. Several
Europeans remarked on the strength of the signal from your QTH.
Please use me as a reference for anyone who is interested in visiting your QTH
Cheers & 73, Mark
Additional:
Since my QSOs were manually logged, I can only guess that I
made 2,700 QSOs from your qth. I would guess that half were made on 12 meters, and the
rest split between 10 and 40. Have received several cards from the 200 QSOs
made on 75/80.
Next time, let's figure out how to get on 160. Saw some RTTY spots for
you on 40 and 80.
Dear Ed,
Another successful trip to your QTH as VP9/AA1AC. Despite poor hf
propagation, and several days with no sunspots, I was able to make over
1,900 qso's during March 11-15.
Unlike my trip in December, when I made a significant number of contacts
on 10 through 20 meters, the low bands were much more productive this trip.
The low bands were open as early as 3 pm BDA time and most of the
contacts made during this visit were on 30 & 40 meters, with a couple of
good runs on 80 & 160.
As always, the gear worked flawlessly, internet access was enormously
helpful and the low-band antennas never cease to amaze me with their
effectiveness. I appreciate your help with all the details.
All best wishes to you and your family. Hope to see you soon!
73,
Mark / AA1AC